2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:41
The brainchild of the Polish automaker looks somewhat rare today, but in the seventies the device made a great impression on motorists in Poland and Europe. The Italian Fiat car was launched on the assembly line within the walls of the Polish FSO plant. The model did not have the expected success, so the Poles had to think about a new development of the vehicle.
New Fiat SP saw the light of day in the 70s. It used the Fiat-125p engine. Polish engineers at that moment put forward conditions for the Italians, according to which the cost of manufacturing new items should have been reduced.
Progenitor of "Polonaise"
Experts consider the prototype of the Polish "Fiat Polonaise" a hatchback with five doors, designed in 1975 and at the peak of popularity. It had more capacity than sedans, but reduced air resistance. The car from Poland was characterized by good aerodynamic performance, which increased the maximum speed limit and reduced fuel consumption.
Birth of a foreign car
Autoconstructors decided rationallyuse the interior space of the Fiat Polonaise: it accommodates four passengers with a driver, everyone feels comfortable and convenient. In those days, this car in the international market was famous for its improved safety characteristics and was considered the best in its class. Convenience was added by equipment with shockproof plastic bumpers. They coped well with impacts at speeds up to 5 km/h.
The Fiat Polonaise moved well and braked well thanks to disc brakes. It was easy for the driver to drive the car, since good visibility and powerful optics functions made it possible to do this. The stock headlights and fog lights were well thought out.
Comfortable delights
In the Fiat Polonaise, the front seats were anatomically adjustable. A car owner of any height and physique could easily fit behind the wheel without feeling discomfort.
Not all European cars, even the most prestigious category, could not boast of having quartz clocks, windshield wipers, comfortable tachometers and heated rear windows. The car was deeply respected by motorists around the world.
About the power section
The designers had high hopes for the Fiat Polonaise engine. He was supposed to act as an alternative to gasoline engines and two-liter diesel units. However, the dreams remained dreams, as the plant was not able to pay for the construction of the motor part. ATAs a result, improved power units from Fiat 125r were used on a brand new vehicle, endowed with power from 60 to 82 “horses”. The mechanical drive of the fan part of the engine cooling system was replaced with an electric version. This greatly increased the efficiency of the engine. Such a unit requires a good box, and the designers managed to create one.
Engineering Tricks
All drivers unanimously affirm the reliability of the Fiat Polonaise box, which is perfect for the products of the Volga automobile industry. These are high-speed and traction options with a difference in gear ratios.
The advantages of the Fiat Polonaise checkpoint come down to noiselessness and fuel economy. And it creates comfortable sensations even in a VAZ - as if you were driving a Fiat. The sixth model "Lada" is very reminiscent of the Polish "Italian" in its constructive essence: the same 5-speed transmission is used. The following characteristics can be noted:
- The transmission system is quiet yet fast.
- Shift gears smoothly.
- The track is especially economical. Compared to the VAZ 4-speed version of the transmission design, this option is much more convenient, and it is cheaper to maintain and repair.
Some drivers note that when choosing a high-speed gearbox option, it is difficult to catch up with indicators up to 130 km / h. When disassembling the unit, remember that the most important thing is not to lose the clamps and bearing elements. Atcalm driving style, the car showed its qualities well.
Thanks to the joint fruitful cooperation of Italian and Polish car engineers, it was possible to create an original car that performed well on the highways.
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